In this bonus episode of Bring Receipts we give you a special preview of Brandi's upcoming book "Black Skinhead: Reflections on Blackness and our Political Future". The book drops September 20th, pre-order now! (https://celadonbooks.com/book/black-skinhead-brandi-collins-dexter/)

We listen to audiobook version of chapter 1: Black People Love Me And Other Things You Should Not Assume About Black Voters .  Throughout the chapter we pause to talk about Brandi's writing process and the influential moments in history that shaped the book. We also discuss Kanye West's Katrina moment, Joe Biden's "You Aint Black" gaffe on The Breakfast Club, as well as the future of the Black vote.

Live in New York City? Attend the launch of Brandi's book on Tuesday September 20th 2022 at Powerhouse @ The Archway (28 Adams Street Brooklyn, NY 11201). More info here. (https://powerhousearena.com/events/book-launch-black-skinhead-by-brandi-collins-dexter/).

Watch Kanye West's full comments during the Hurricane Katrina telethon mentioned in this podcast. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJUNTcOGeSw)

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“Battlerap” by DJ Ren
"Player" by Too Short
"Caribbean Queen" by Billy Ocean

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On this episode Brandi and Steven debate the best performance by their favorite 90s heartthrob movie star, Jon Seda. Was he better playing Chino Linares in the 1994 film "I Like It Like That" or his performance as Chris Perez in the 1997 biopic "Selena".

Joining the podcast to judge this debate is organizer and political strategic, Adrian Reyna Chavoya.

We also talk about the Latin Explosion in music, which posters were hanging on our walls, and whether or not Lou Diamond Phillips gets a pass for playing Ritchie Valens in La Bamba.

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Adrian is a board member of the Highlander Research & Education Center. Donate to Highlander here.

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Music:
“Battlerap” by DJ Ren
“Titi Me Pregunto” by Bad Bunny
“Odio” by Romeo Santos feat Drake
“Dreaming of You” by Selena
"Whatever Whatever" by Shakira
"Antologia" by Shakira
"Donde Quiera Que Estes" by Selena feat Barrio Boyzz

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In this episode Marysella Castillo founder of All Things Friday joins us to settle an iconic 90s hip hop debate. Two songs. Two similar phrases. Which one is it? Tag Team's "Whoomp There It Is" or 95 South's "Whoot There It Is"? Regardless of the answer, one thing is for certain, booties are gonna be shakin'. 

We also get into censorship in the 90s, the cocaine infused origins of Miami Bass, the Arsenio Hall Show, Freaknik and more. 

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“Whoomp There It Is” by Tag Team
“Whoot There It Is” by 95 South
“Cars With The Boom” by L'Trimm

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In this episode Brandi and Steven step into the square circle to debate the best wrestler of the 1990s. In one corner, from the Golden Era of wrestling is Bret “The Hitman” Hart. And from the Attitude Era, we’ve got Latino Heat himself, Eddie Guerrero. 

Joining us to referee is Ari Trujillo-John, the co-founder and CEO of the community organizing app, Openfield.

We go deep on the history of wrestling from its barnstorming days to the commercial juggernaut it is today. We also give Chyna her due for her influence in breaking the mold for women wrestlers. And we talk about the racism and monopoly power of the WWE, and whether startups like AEW can change that.  

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Openfield’s Twitter: @OpenfieldCo
Website: https://openfield.ai

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“Eddie Guerrero” by Kap G

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It’s just one of those podcast episodes where you just wanna break stuff! Eric K. Ward, Senior Advisor at the Western States Network joins Brandi and Steven to talk about the most derided musical genre of the 90s: Nu Metal. 

Brandi and Steven debate which band was the ultimate Nu Metal band: Korn or Limp Bizkit. Tune in to find out who survives this mosh pit. 

This episode features a deep dive on Nu Metal, from the fusion of rock and hip-hop in the late 80s, the rise of the MTV generation, and the genre's apex moment at Woodstock 99. 

With Eric Ward we discuss Black Flag’s Nervous Breakdown EP, the rise of white nationalism in the Northwest, and growing up in Los Angeles, Fugazi and white nationalism in the Pacific Northwest. 

Brandi makes her case for why Korn was the best band. Steven believes its Fred Durst and Limp Bizkit. What do you think?

Special shout out to Evan Fox for the guitar riffs featured in this episode, you can check out his music including upcoming shows on his Twitter account: @evan_fox_music

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Twitter: @BulldogShadow
Instagram: @Bulldog_Shadow

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Resources from this episode:
The Story of Nu Metal in 14 Songs by Nick Ruskell
What Killed Nu Metal? by Punk Rock MBA (YouTube) 

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Music:
“Battlerap” by DJ Ren
“Flygirl” by The Boogie Boys
“Epic” by Faith No More
“STFU” by Rina Sawayama
"I Disagree" by Poppy

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Two shows about white people living in New York in the 90s. Only one can get canceled. This episode Brandi and Steven debate Friends vs. Seinfeld, the two most popular TV shows from the network sitcom era of the 90s. We go deep on why Black TV shows thrived in the 90s and explore what was happening in New York City during this decade. 

Brandi and Steven debate which of these two iconic TV shows deserves to get canceled! What do you think?

Returning as our judge for this episode is! Kwesi judged our first episode ever and backed Steven in the Soul Man episode.. Brandi swore he would never come back. And yet, after running out of judges, he’s back!

Links from our Guest Judge:
Follow Kwesi on Social: @kwesic 
Work with Kwesi: https://www.chappinconsulting.com
Powerful Idea Awards: https://www.gainpower.org/powerfulideaawards/

Resources from this episode:
The Lonely Nineties: Visions of Community in Contemporary US Television by Paul Arras
Chicago Tribune: Sitcoms’ Lack of Diversity Obvious As Black and White
New York Times: It Started with A Jolt: How New York Became A Tech Town

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Artwork & Logo by:
Andrés Guzmán (IG: andresitoguzman)

Music:
“Battlerap” by DJ Ren
“Autumn in New York by Brendon Moeller
“Sitcom TV Ending” by Pandaraps

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In the season 2 premiere, Teresa Basilio Gaztambide, the Network Director at MediaJustice joins Brandi and Steven to talk about a 90s Puerto Rican phenomenon. No we don’t mean Ricky Martin! We do a deep dive on the legend of the Chupacabras aka The Goat Sucker. We also explore the political and cultural history of Canovanas, the city where the first sighting of the Chupacabras was recorded. 

Brandi introduces us to the legend of the Crichton Leprechaun, a sighting of the Irish supernatural being in the middle of a Black neighborhood in Alabama. 

Brandi and Steven debate which of these folk tales has the better lesson to teach us. What do you think? 

Resources from this episode:
Imperial Secrets: Vampires and Nationhood in Puerto Rico by Lauren Derby
It’s Time to Retire The Crichton Leprechaun by Sharonda Harris-Marshall

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Welcome to the 90s! This is the YA decade for Brandi and Steven. This season features debates on the Chupacabra phenomenon, Nu Metal bands, our enduring hate of Seinfeld and much more. We go deep on censorship in Hip Hop, the Arsenio Hall show, and the attitude era in pro-wrestling. So put on your zubaz pants, cool off with some Crystal Pepsi and click play on your sony walkman cause it’s time to Bring Receipts!

New episodes start dropping June 13th! To get notified, go to our website (https://www.bringreceiptspodcast.com) and sign up for our e-mail list!

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In this bonus episode of Bring Receipts we give you an exclusive listen to an unpublished chapter from Brandi's book Black Skinhead: Reflections on Blackness and Our Political Future (available for pre-order now). In this chapter, titled the Stories We Die With, Brandi peels back the  story of "America" to reveal the erased histories and unresolved trauma that this country is built on. Brandi explores the founding of American democracy, the construction of race, and even her own family history to show us how each of us is connected to this past.

We release this episode on January 6th,  the anniversary of the insurrection that rocked the Capitol a year ago fueled by the lie of a stolen election. Some may reflect on the devastation of that day while others will simply ignore it. That's the moment we're in, polarized and living in different realities. But as Brandi's chapter lays out, this current reality "can't change because they're so deeply rooted in our society, in us, rotting from the inside out." Change means reckoning with the real history of harm, a history of stolen land, slavery and racialized violence. 

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In this episode we look back at music that shaped our surroundings in 2021. Steven and Brandi compile a list of their top 25 songs of the year and discuss some of their favorites from each other's list. You can check out the full playlist on our Spotify page here. This episode features talk of Kanye West, Drill, Detroit Techno, Corridos Tumbados, and much more. Happy 2022, hope this year brings us more Bring Receipts content!

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Stop Spotify Surveillance Campaign
Seattle Times article on Spotify Wrapped

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Music featured in this episode:
Ivan Cornejo - Llamadas Perdidas
OneFour - Home and Away
Drexciya - Dr. Blowfins Black Storm Stabilizing Sphere
Freddy Fender - Before the Next Teardrop Falls
Black Kids - Hurricane Jane
Thee Sacred Souls - Can I Call You Rose

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